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I've been on tax bcp for 2 yrs my periods are becoming lighter every month i only have dry brown blood for 2 days very light is this normal please?

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Dr. Christine Hom answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Yes: This is not unusual and shows you are doing a good job with your pills.

Answered 10/22/2015

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